Fred Miranda published a review of the new Voigtlander COLOR-SKOPAR 50mm f/2.2 VM lens for Leica M-mount (orders open at B&H | Jogeier | Erhardt | Koch | Calumet | Reddotcameras). Here is the final conclusion:
“Many of us have a collection of 50mm lenses, and it takes something truly unique to persuade us to add another to our lineup. Is the new Voigtlander 50mm f/2.2 Color-Skopar that lens? It certainly stands out. Although it’s not exactly an f/2 lens, it ranks among the most compact options available for similar apertures. Its lightweight design makes it an excellent match for your M body, offering a balance of build quality and aesthetics.
So, is it a worthwhile addition? Absolutely. This lens delivers impressive performance with minimal trade-offs. It’s sharp across the entire frame even wide open, controls color aberrations well, shows low distortion, and resists flare. While its rendering may not be the smoothest, it has a pleasing and distinctive character.
In summary, if you’re looking for a compact, high-performing lens with personality, the Voigtlander 50mm f/2.2 Color-Skopar is a standout choice, whether as your first 50mm or a valuable addition to your existing collection.”
Pros:
- Ultra-compact and lightweight design
- High resolution and contrast across the image field from wide open
- Low distortion
- Flat-field curvature
- Great performance at minimal focus distance
- Solid aluminum build with tight tolerance
- Aperture mechanism creates defined 10-pointed sunstars starting at f/3.2
- Low chromatic aberration
- Great flare resistance
Cons:
- High vignetting
- ”Two-tone” Black version asthetics may not appeal to all
Previous Fred Miranda reviews can be found here.
Additional information on the Voigtlander COLOR-SKOPAR 50mm f/2.2 VM lens can be found here:
Voigtlander announced a new COLOR-SKOPAR 50mm f/2.2 VM lens for Leica M-mount
